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News from Buena Vista County Extension

Early Learning Webinar
(Posted on 11/6/2009)
Have you heard about our webinars? Early childhood professionals can now participate in online learning that is convenient, cost effective and easy. Visit the Early Learning Webinar Website: www.extension.iastate.edu/childcare/earlylearning for more information.

Jerry

Chizek Says ISU Extension is in the Relationship Business in Region 6
(Posted on 9/1/2009)
Jerry Chizek makes his way around his new Iowa State University Extension region, he’s quick to reassure folks that “Extension will still be in the relationship business.”

Jane

Jane Duncan accepts Hall of Fame Award
(Posted on 8/31/2009)
Jane Duncan were inducted into the 2009 Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame during the Iowa State Fair.

canning

Questions regarding canning and freezing?
(Posted on 8/31/2009)
ISU Extension has answers and resources available for your questions about canning and freezing.

Consumer judging

4-H Consumer Judging Kit
(Posted on 8/28/2009)
Consumer Judging Guide When finished you will understand: 1) What is Consumer Judging 2) How to judge a class of four items 3) How to mark your score card District Consumer Judging at Clay County Fair will be held Saturday September 19, 2009

Managing Tough Times

Managing Tough Times ~ New web information to help everyone get thru the ecomomic issues of today
(Posted on 4/3/2009)
The ISU Extension in Buena Vista County is here to help with reliable resources and experts backed by research. During today’s uncertain economic times, Iowans must make the most of their money, knowledge and skills as they make decisions for their families, businesses, communities and farms.

Books

POPULAR PUBLICATIONS
(Posted on 3/27/2009)
View our most popular publications that are available via pdf. They include newsletters, supplemental manuals for commercial applicators, custom farm rates, cash rental rates, and crop performance tests.

Money For Life

Money for Life Newsletter - "Credit Scores" - May 2009
(Posted on 3/24/2009)
Credit scores are a bit of a mystery to the average consumer. That’s understandable, because standardized credit scores didn’t even exist when many of us were growing up! In previous generations, lenders would gather information about a loan applicant and apply their This month’s newsletter offers some tips for bettering your credit score.

beef

IBC Offers Tips on Buying Cattle Feed During Expensive Times
(Posted on 2/5/2008)
Taking inventory is key to making wise, economical decisions.

Events